The Covid-19 pandemic is unprecedented in modern times and provides the first significant test for the relatively new programme of assessment and certification of management systems.

Gaurav Bijlani PCQI, Senior Production Test Engineer at Hanover Displays, speaks about the importance of encouraging more students into STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) careers.

Dalvinder Singh, Quality Coordinator at NG Bailey, explores the pros and cons of adopting a quality management system to ensure a right first time approach on projects in the construction sector

Mohamed Mohamedi, Quality Management Engineer at Aramco, explores the non-conventional skills and experience required of auditors in a Quality 4.0 era

Anca Thompson, Senior Vice President and Chief Quality Officer at Sanmina Corporation, explores how quality management and Industry 4.0 technology can tackle the latest trends in the automotive industry

Andy Nichols, Quality Program Manager at the Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center in Michigan, USA, discusses the key competencies required for third-party auditors

Spencer Falaschi, Health and Safety/Project Manager at Amco, UK, explains why the organisation decided to use ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems to manage its environmental responsibilities

We’ve provided a round-up of the most recent branch events, including Birmingham, North of Scotland, Surrey and Sussex, and Taiwan.

Joseph Krolikowski, QMS Technical Director and Auditor at Perry Johnson Registrars, explains why writing non-conformity statements is an essential part of the auditing process.